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Energy Poverty Remains a Global Challenge for the FutureIncreasing access to energy in developing regions is crucial to combating global poverty, as greater energy access means that long hours spent collecting fuelwood can instead be directed toward education or income-generating activities. Unfortunately, billions of people still live without access to electricity, exacerbating existing inequalities and cycles of poverty.
Global Hydropower Installed Capacity and Use IncreaseThe world is consuming an increasing amount of hydropower, and there is little indication that the world's appetite for this renewable source will diminish any time soon. With added pressure on countries around the world to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydropower's competitive prices and clean image is likely to make it more appealing with each coming year.
Global Natural Gas Consumption Regains MomentumWhen the financial crisis of 2008 hit, it took a toll on energy usage around the world. But after a slump in 2009, natural gas appears to be on the rebound, comprising nearly a quarter of global energy consumption. And with memories of nuclear disaster compounding an already volatile market due to political unrest in the gas-producing Middle East, the future stability of this market remains to be seen.
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